Pumpkin Spice Latte with Whipped Cream & Cinnamon
A warm, aromatic latte made with pumpkin puree, cozy spices, steamed milk, and topped with whipped cream and cinnamon—your favorite seasonal treat right at home.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 1 latte 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 Tbsp pumpkin puree
- 1 Tbsp sugar (or maple syrup)
- ¼ tsp pumpkin pie spice (or blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger)
- 1 shot (1 oz) espresso or ½ cup strong brewed coffee
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Cinnamon or more pumpkin spice (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine milk, pumpkin puree, sugar, and pumpkin pie spice. Warm over medium heat, whisking continuously until hot and lightly frothy—do not boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Brew espresso or strong coffee, and pour into your favorite mug.
- Add the warm pumpkin-milk mixture, stirring gently.
- Top generously with whipped cream.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon or extra pumpkin spice. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use decaf coffee or espresso for a caffeine-free version.
- For a vegan latte, use non-dairy milk and whipped topping.
- Add extra spice or a pinch of clove/allspice for more depth.
- Cool and serve over ice for an iced latte variation.
- A splash of rum or Bailey’s adds an adult twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latte
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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